15 days in Spain & Portugal Itinerary
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Start: Los Angeles, United States
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Barcelona, Spain
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Playa Blanca, Spain
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Maspalomas, Spain
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Funchal, Portugal
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Lisbon, Portugal
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Lagos, Portugal
— 3 nights
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End: Los Angeles, United States
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Barcelona, Spain — 2 nights
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Jewel of the Mediterranean
Start off your visit on the 9th (Sun): wander the streets of Ciutat Vella, then stroll around Ciutadella Park, then capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, and finally stroll around Parc Guell. On the next day, make a trip to Casa Batllo, admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, then appreciate the history behind Casa Vicens, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Beach Castelldelfels Barcelona.
To see more things to do, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Barcelona trip planner.
Los Angeles, USA to Barcelona is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 9 hours traveling from Los Angeles to Barcelona. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Playa Blanca.
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Los Angeles, USA to Barcelona is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 9 hours traveling from Los Angeles to Barcelona. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Playa Blanca.
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Playa Blanca, Spain — 2 nights
Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): kick back and relax at Playa Mujeres, then examine the collection at Museo Atlantico Underwater Museum, then take a leisurely stroll along Paseo Maritimo, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 12th (Wed): tour the depths of the sea with a submarine tour, then explore the striking landscape of Timanfaya Nationalpark, and then contemplate the waterfront views at El Lago Verde / Charco de los Clicos.
To see ratings, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read our Playa Blanca tour builder website.
You can fly from Barcelona to Playa Blanca in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train, ferry, and bus; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Barcelona to Playa Blanca is minus 1 hour. In July in Playa Blanca, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Maspalomas.
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You can fly from Barcelona to Playa Blanca in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train, ferry, and bus; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Barcelona to Playa Blanca is minus 1 hour. In July in Playa Blanca, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Maspalomas.
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Maspalomas, Spain — 2 nights
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Home to Gran Canary's Most Beautiful Beach
Start off your visit on the 13th (Thu): take an exotic tour of Buggy Pirates Gran Canaria, then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then get great views at Mirador de Puerto de Mogan. On the 14th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get reinvigorated at Dobrev Wellness and Massage, cool off at Aqualand Maspalomas, and then find something for the whole family at Hangar 37.
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Fly from Playa Blanca to Maspalomas in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in July, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Funchal.
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Fly from Playa Blanca to Maspalomas in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in July, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Funchal.
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Funchal, Portugal — 2 nights
On the 15th (Sat), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Igreja do Colegio Sao Joao Evangelista, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Sun): stroll through Praia de Garajau, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Pico Ruivo.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Funchal road trip site.
Traveling by flight from Maspalomas to Funchal takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry. In July, daytime highs in Funchal are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Lisbon.
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To find more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Funchal road trip site.
Traveling by flight from Maspalomas to Funchal takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry. In July, daytime highs in Funchal are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Lisbon.
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Lisbon, Portugal — 1 night
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City of Seven Hills
Kick off your visit on the 17th (Mon): race across the water with a speed boat tour, then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and finally get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium.
For photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Lisbon trip maker tool.
Getting from Funchal to Lisbon by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Traveling from Funchal in July, expect nights in Lisbon to be a bit cooler, around 20°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 34°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to drive to Lagos.
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Getting from Funchal to Lisbon by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Traveling from Funchal in July, expect nights in Lisbon to be a bit cooler, around 20°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 34°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to drive to Lagos.
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Lagos, Portugal — 3 nights
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Jewel of the Algarve
Discover out-of-the-way places like Ponta da Piedade and Praia dos Tres Irmaos. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Lagos: Carvoeiro (Carvalho Beach & Vale de Centeanes Beach). There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Praia da Batata, stroll through Percurso dos Sete Vales Suspensos, paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.
To find traveler tips, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Lagos trip planner.
Getting from Lisbon to Lagos by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) so you can fly back home.
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To find traveler tips, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Lagos trip planner.
Getting from Lisbon to Lagos by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) so you can fly back home.
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Spain travel guide
A colorful country known for its relaxed lifestyle, vibrant nightlife, excellent food, and world-famous folklore and festivals, Spain boasts a huge number of World Heritage Sites and other spectacular places to visit. It also deserves its reputation as a beach vacation destination; the Western edge of the Mediterranean Sea is home to some of the world’s top beaches. But Spain’s geography is so much more than just soft, sandy shores. Its landscapes are as diverse as its people, ranging from lush meadows and snowy mountains to huge marshes and sprawling deserts. The countryside bursts with unspoiled villages of timeless beauty and old-world charm, as well as vast and varied nature preserves.
Portugal travel guide
Small in size but rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, Portugal features contrasting landscapes that include long beaches, lush vineyards, verdant valleys, and rolling hills dotted with tiny settlements where old traditions still prevail. The country's serene interior, often overlooked by foreigners, remains largely unspoiled by mass tourism and offers visitors a chance to discover this less-trodden part of Europe at their own pace. Ripe for leisurely adventures on foot or by bicycle, Portugal's fertile countryside boasts well-preserved medieval castles and outstanding wineries, producing some of the world's finest ports. The country's cities offer a lively culinary scene known for its many award-winning restaurants, topping the itineraries of foodies from around the globe.
